Learning Tai Chi Chuan
You can only learn something by study, tuition, and practice. If you wish to progress, get up and do it. Talking and reading about Tai Chi is fascinating, but of little practical value. Just like swimming, cycling and any form of exercise, you start by doing it.
The classics said;
Believe and grow, doubt and fade.
Choose wisely and show respect.
Work at it or waste your time.
Patiently focus on success.
Every art is unique, (as are you).
Humbleness allows you to go further; pride kills growth.
Everything is connected; all you do has a purpose. The greatest gift is life; live wisely and have a wonderful life.
More about the art of Tai Chi Chuan
Tai Chi Chuan is the study of an ancient Chinese martial art. It is a self-defence art designed to help prolong and enrich life through meditative co-ordinated movement. The art is simple and easy to learn but it will takes years to master. Tai Chi Chuan (Chuan means fist) is far more than a set of Calisthenics; indeed today it is still devastatingly effective, when used properly. To study requires both discipline and dedication.
Tai Chi is found to have profound benefits on our unhealthy and stressful lives. Tai Chi was the national exercise of China and is now becoming very popular in the West.
Lessons are to guide you as you take your tentative first step. The first lesson will be to start you off on the basic steps and breathing. The first lesson will allow you to take time from our daily rushing to and fro, together with the basic principal exercises (breathing and steps) teaches us balance. We swiftly progress into learning the Form (or set of movements) which is the entire blue print for Tai Chi Chuan. Once we have learnt the steps we must practice to move to the next level, of smooth movements, connected with the right rhythm and pace. Progression is slow, but is this not true of all worthwhile Arts? To perform the entire set takes between 12 and 20 minutes, however to master the Form takes a lifetime.
What do I need to prepare for TaiChi
To learn Tai Chi, you do not need special clothing, no gears to buy, no special clothings or sports wear. Simply wear loose clothes that are comfortable, not too thick and stretchable that will absorb perspiration. (No Slippers! Wear footwear that are with a flat sole and do wear a light pair of socks for comfort).